How will churches be assigned with pastors?

The appointment process as per the Transitional Book of Doctrines and Discipline (see paragraph 510) will be a consultative process between the local church and the Bishop. While bishops still make appointments, consultation is required with the pastors being considered, the Presiding Elder, and the local church leadership. Any concerns brought by the local church must be addressed before assignment of clergy. The intent of the process is to have greater involvement and consultation with the church in the decision-making process. This process will also be freed from a yearly appointment with no guaranteed appointments for clergy. The goal is to have pastors have longer tenures at churches and to give the local church much more responsibility in the assignment of the pastor.